Former player Norihiro Akahoshi celebrates fatherhood at 50 with Eri Tokuhara in Japan

Model Eri Tokuhara, 38, and former Hanshin Tigers player Norihiro Akahoshi, 50, celebrated the arrival of their first child. The news was shared by Tokuhara on his official Instagram profile on July 27, bringing the couple’s special moment to the public.

Eri Tokuhara’s first statement about the birth of her son

The former athlete’s wife expressed her joy when announcing the birth. “I gave birth to my first child the other day. Thanks to everyone’s support, mother and baby are doing well,” revealed Eri Tokuhara. She completed her statement by thanking all the people who offered support during the pregnancy.

Eri stated that “during my pregnancy, I received many kind words and appreciation from many people, which was a great encouragement. I am very grateful.” The model also made a request to her fans, saying that she will “cherish this time with my family and I look forward to the day when I can show you my health again. I would appreciate it if you continued to support us lovingly.”

Norihiro Akahoshi: the victorious career in Japanese baseball

Norihiro Akahoshi is a well-known figure in Japanese sport, especially for his remarkable stint as a player for the Hanshin Tigers. His career was celebrated, and he remained in the spotlight even after retirement, working on other fronts and maintaining contact with the public, including through an exclusive application. At 50 years old, the former athlete is now experiencing the joy of fatherhood, a new chapter in his life.

The wedding announcement and the couple’s professional trajectory

Akahoshi and Tokuhara’s wedding was revealed on April 4, 2022. At the time, the former player made the announcement through his app “Norihiro Akahoshi’s I’m Not Involved”, while Eri Tokuhara also shared the news on her Instagram. The model has a diverse career, having worked as a presenter and reporter on golf programs such as Sun TV’s “Harada Nobuo’s Aim for Par Golf III” and Kansai TV’s “Discovery Egg! Korokoro Columbus”.